Tennis-Times June Newsletter 2025
Celebrating Champions, Community, and Connection!
Hello Tennis-Timers!
June has been bursting with energy — from Grand Slam glory to grassroots magic. Whether you're coaching, competing, cheering, or just finding your rhythm again, this month reminded us that tennis is about more than winning — it's about showing up, staying connected, and playing with passion.
Let’s rally through all the highlights that made June a winner!
Local Legends & Standout Events
French Open Weekend @ Northampton Lawn Tennis Club
A grand slam of a weekend with:
94 entries
474 matches
74 sudden-death points
A huge round of applause to Dorina, who claimed her third club Grand Slam title. #Unstoppable
“Competition builds character — and this weekend proved it.”
Big applause to David Oslizlok for reaching the finals in both Red and Orange Ball events! 🔥
Well done to Sofia Murphy for winning her first title at the French Open! 🏆
Well done to Rafael Gallo for winning his first French Open.🏆
Also Rohan Ponudurai reaching the final and putting up a great battle!! Keep going!
Huge respect to Allegra Grace for her valiant efforts and sportsmanship throughout the event.
Congratulations to all participating children from Kettering and Northampton—your passion and energy made this event truly memorable!
Mini Orange Team Festival – Big Energy from Little Champs!
From Dallington, County, Northampton & Corby:
🥇 Alfie & Olivia – Champions
🥈 Seb & Sophia – Runners-Up
🥉 Charlie & Jack – Third Place
Their hustle, teamwork, and attitudes were top class.
Dallington Junior Open 2025
A festival of future stars!
Over 100 junior players competed across all age categories:
Winners include:
🥇 Olivia, Alfie
🥈 Bella, Wills, Olivia (10U)
👏 Notables: Otto, Daniel, Harvey, David, William, Maya & Florence
Huge thanks to Referee Rob — always the backbone of a great tournament!
Play Your Way to Wimbledon – County & Area Finals
Big congratulations to:
Jack, Mia, Connor, William, Katie, Freya, Frankie & Maely
➡ These legends will now represent us at Wimbledon National Finals in August!
We’re cheering for you all the way.
11U County Boys – Showing True Grit at Corby
Despite some tough losses, the squad showed:
Determination
Resilience
Brilliant sportsmanship
Thanks to Captain Justin, Vice-Captain Paul, and all the committed families who made it happen.
Wider Tennis World Highlights
Duston United Tennis Club Turns 100!
Over 100 attendees came together to celebrate a century of tennis — a reminder that the sport never goes out of style. 🎂🎾
Pride Month 2025 – Play with Pride
Tennis is for everyone.
We stand for inclusion, celebration, and equality in our sport.
#PrideInTennis #TennisForAll
Swanspool Gardens – Grand Court Reopening
A £70K investment has transformed the courts in Wellingborough!
👏 Special mention to wheelchair tennis champ Gary Cox, who hosted an incredible inclusive session.
June Tennis Tip – Mastering Volleys Under Pressure
If you're moving into the net, don’t freeze when the ball’s low. Try this:
✔ Quick stop — feet apart
✔ Racket in front (chest-height or slightly lower)
✔ Use soft hands — guide the ball, don’t smack it
✔ Split-step the moment your opponent strikes
🎯 Practise with intent and control — not panic.
Home Tennis Challenge – Control Wall Drill
A simple but powerful exercise:
Find a flat wall
Draw a line or place tape as a target
Hit 20 forehands and 20 backhands above the line
Want a challenge? Only count the ones that land in your target zone.
Fun Fact of the Month
💥 The fastest women’s serve ever recorded was 136.7 mph (220 km/h) by Sabine Lisicki in 2014 — faster than most men's first serves!
Try returning that one...
Final Word: Every Player Counts
Whether you won a medal, tried a new shot, or just showed up to play — you’re a true Tennis-Timer. 🫶
We see you, we celebrate you, and we thank you for keeping tennis alive in every serve, rally, and handshake.
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Until next time…
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🙂 Keep smiling.
💙 Keep making every Tennis Time matter.
— The Tennis-Times Team
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